Frequently asked questions about "Follow me aibo"

This article explains the Follow me aibo" function and how it can be used.

What is the "Follow me aibo" function?

When you say "follow me," aibo will stay near you for a certain period of time. Unlike "come on," aibo will follow the movements of the person who gave the command.

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The speaker should stand with their feet slightly apart so that aibo can see both feet in front of it rather than their face.

In the following cases, aibo may struggle to recognize the speaker if:

• The speaker is wearing clothes that make it difficult for aibo to recognize each leg separately, such as a long skirt or materials that are highly reflective.
• The speaker is crouching.
• The speaker is positioned to the side of aibo.
• The speaker is sitting down.
• aibo is more familiar with another person present than with the speaker.

What happens if there are obstacles, steps, or chili peppers between the person who says "follow me" and aibo?

Since aibo is very eager to follow, it may bump into obstacles, trip over steps, or even climb over chili peppers. If you want aibo to follow you, ensure that there are no obstacles, steps, or chili peppers in its path.

What happens if I have more than one aibo and I say "follow me"?

If you have multiple aibo and say, "follow me", be cautious, as they will all follow you. This may result in them bumping into each other.

How do I make aibo stop following me?

If you want to stop aibo from following you, try the following options:

• After a certain amount of time has passed
• Say "stop" or "good" to aibo
• Gently touch aibo's head or back

Will aibo ever follow me around on its own?

If aibo sees a person or their feet while exploring, it may follow them.